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SCHOOL OF ENGLISH
2021
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www.brightenglishschool.com INT +44 1202 290020
www.youtube.com/brightschool UK 01202 290020
Welcome to Bournemouth Welcome to The Bright School of English. The Bright School is accredited by the British Council and located in the centre of Bournemouth on the south coast of England. Bournemouth is a cosmopolitan student town which has beautiful beaches, countryside and excellent nightlife. The Bright School of English is a professional and exciting school, where you will meet new friends and enjoy a new culture. We offer a range of English courses from General English to Business. We can also help with your travel and accommodation needs. We look forward to welcoming you soon to The Bright School of English. Why study at the Bright School of English? The Bright School is located in the centre of Bournemouth and accredited by the British Council. Learning English can help you find a better job ina globalised world. Or maybe you want to experience a new culture and further your studies. The Bright School is here to help. When you arrive at our school you will be given a placement test, and receive an interview with either the director of studies or senior teacher to establish your level. We also provide an induction pack, with information on Bournemouth and a student card. We monitor your progress during your course and provide a certificate when you leave. The Bright School accepts students from the age of 16 and has no upper limit on age, the majority of our students are adults. The Bright School is a friendly school, and you will feel welcome by all the team. Please also remember we are available to help 24 hours a day, and students can contact the school at any time.
Why study in Bournemouth?
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Bournemouth has seven miles of golden sands and sparkling sea, the vibrant cosmopolitan
town of Bournemouth has it all. Bournemouth has lots of shops, restaurants and fantastic
nightlife. The town is surrounded by beautiful countryside and the world famous Jurassic coast.
There is certainly no shortage of things to do in Bournemouth.
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Bournemouth has been voted the “happiest town” in the UK and the beaches are often
voted the best in the UK and in Europe. In the summer Bournemouth hosts the International
Air Festival, attracting over 1 million visitors and in the winter you can enjoy the outdoor
markets in the town square.
Bournemouth also enjoys excellent transport links to London and the rest of the country
and also has its own international airport. We are sure you will enjoy Bournemouth and
the Bright School of English.
School Opening Times 8.30am to 6pm Monday to Friday
2021 Opening Date 4th January 2021 (OPEN) Find out more at www.brightenglishschool.com
Good Friday (closed for this day only) 2nd April
Easter Monday (closed for this day only) 5th April
Early May Bank Holiday (closed for this day only) 3rd May
Spring Bank Holiday (closed for this day only) 31st May
Summer Bank Holiday (closed for this day only) 30th August
Christmas Break (closed Christmas break) 17th December
2022 Opening Date 3rd January 2022 (OPEN)
Students are given a 24 hour contact telephone number and staff are always available to help
during your stay.
Timetable
Session 1: 8.50am -10.20am (10 min break) 10.30am - 12pm
Session 2 : 12.50pm - 2.20pm (10 min break) 2.30pm - 4pm
Courses Below is a summary of courses offered by The Bright School of English. We offer a variety of professional courses to suit all levels, and please contact the school if you require more information. General English We offer a progressive course in General English designed to suit students of all levels, from elementary to advanced. Our experienced teachers use the latest course books and techniques to make your learning experience both rewarding and enjoyable. At each level we aim to improve all aspects of your English, including grammar, speaking, pronunciation, reading, writing, listening and importantly to build confidence. At the end of the course, students will be given an end of course certificate. Each level typically takes 12 weeks, but if a student improves quickly a higher level can be achieved in a shorter time period. English courses are available from 15 hours to 30 hours per week. Students can join the course every Monday all year around (except school closed dates). There is no minimum stay period. Cambridge Courses - FCE The Bright School offers First Certificate of English preparation courses. The FCE is an internationally recognised qualification and is aimed around upper intermediate students. The FCE course is run by Cambridge University and Exams are booked through the school. The FCE certificate is also recognised by educational institutions and employers throughout the world. These courses run throughout the year, and a timetable of available exams is always available from the school office. Business English For students at intermediate level and above, we offer a further 5 hours per week, on top of the general English course in which to study Business English. This includes the teaching of the vocabulary and grammar required for professional business communication. University Access Course - IELTS Preparation For students at upper-intermediate level and above, we offer a further 5 hours per week, on top of the general English course, in which to study IELTS exam preparation. The International English Language Testing System (IELTS), is designed to assess the language ability of candidates who need to study or work where English is the language of communication. IELTS is usually taken by students who want to study at University, where the course is conducted in English. IELTS is accepted by Universities throughout the world.
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Career English
The Career English course is suited to those who may want to work in a professional English speaking
environment. With globalisation, English is used in most companies that have an international
outlook. This course will help students gain a huge advantage, some examples include, customer
service, presenting and professional document creation. We offer a further 5 hours per week, on
top of the general English course, so students can gain that advantage in a competitive global
world.
Individual Lessons or One to One Lessons
The Bright School offers the opportunity of Individual or One to One Lessons. These lessons can
be tailored for the individual student, maximising your learning experience. With individual lessons
the Bright School will plan and identify areas where improvements can be made. The lessons
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are usually 1 to 2 hours long, and multiple lessons can be booked each week. These lessons are
available on request.
Oil and Gas (Energy) English
The Bright School offers a specialist Oil and Gas English course, using General English methodology,
but with vocabulary and specialist course material from the Energy industry. The Bright School is
able to undertake this course anywhere in the world. The school has a set syllabus for the Oil and
Gas course, but also creates individual courses subject to the company and individual needs.
English for the Military and Police
The Bright School offers a specialist Military and Police course. In today’s globalised world English is
the cross border method of communication. A tailored course is created on request to help serving
and recruit personnel anywhere in the world. Personnel can visit the UK and study for short or long
courses at our school in Bournemouth, or we can travel and teach at your location. This course is
offered on request only.
Aviation English
The Bright School offers a tailored Aviation course. This course is aimed at all personnel within the
aviation industry, with tailored courses for Air Traffic Controllers and Pilots. English is the standard
international language in Aviation, and the Bright School can assist with the ICAO’s Aviation English
Language Test Service (AELTS) exam. This course is offered on request only.
The Bright School offers maximum class sizes of 16 students, for all types of
classes
Levels When you join the Bright School you will be given a placement test. This will determine your level. During your course and depending on how long you study we expect you to progress to higher levels. The levels offered by the Bright School are shown below: Level 1 / A1 - Elementary Level 2 / A2 - Pre Intermediate Level 3 / B1 - Intermediate Level 4 / B2 - Upper Intermediate Level 5 / C1 - Advanced If you wish to check your level, try our online placement test at: http://www.brightenglishschool.com/placement-test Entry Times Students can join the Bright School at any time, with the exception of the school closed dates. We run a continuous enrolment policy, so students can study from 1 week to 48 weeks. 16 & 17 old students The majority of students at the Bright School are adults, however we do accept 16 and 17 year students. The care of young learners is very important to the Bright School. We have developed policies to make your stay safe and enjoyable. The school has developed a fact sheet, and it is important to contact the school and find out more. Student Welfare We want you to enjoy your time at the school but are experienced enough to know that from time to time students do encounter personal challenges. Experienced members of staff are available to assist you throughout these periods. Our student support service will be able to provide advice on such subjects as, transportation, registering with a doctor and a dentist, healthcare and progressing into a UK university or College. This support together with our confidential counselling service and 24 hour emergency telephone contact ensure that all your needs will be covered. Library Bournemouth has a modern and well equipped library. There is a good selection of EFL books and CD’s there and the staff are very helpful. You will need to take your student card or confirmation letter with you to register. The school office will provide further details. Activities and Trips The Bright School of English offers a range of activities and trips. These activities are important as it’s a great opportunity to meet new people and visit beautiful places in the UK. During the summer the Bright School employs activity organisers, and they will be introduced to you, to make sure you have a great time in evenings and weekends. It is also a great way to meet fellow students from other levels and classes, and improve your English outside the classroom.
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These include trips to local museums and school beach days. We also arrange regular social
evenings outside the school so that students can meet new friends and develop their English
outside the classroom. The Bright School also works with local companies that arrange national
and international trips and excursions.
We recommend the following day trips:
1) London sightseeing £35
2) Oxford, Windsor and Eton £35
3) Bath and Stonehenge £45
4) Jurassic Coast Trip £37
5) Cambridge City and University £40
These trips include coach travel and a guide, so it is an excellent way to explore the UK. All tickets
can be purchased from the school office. Prices may be subject to change.
The Bright School also offers our famous Beach Barbecues! All students join the staff and enjoy
a beach BBQ and game of volleyball on Bournemouth’s beautiful beach. In the summer period
we also watch the weekly fireworks that take place from Bournemouth pier. Other local activities
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include weekly coffee evenings, local walks and quiz nights. For adult students Bournemouth has a
fantastic range of bars and nightclubs, and regular party nights are arranged by the school.
Every week an activity program is published with details of local events that the school is offering.
For all activities and trips contact the school or visit the school office and we would be delighted
to help.
Living in Bournemouth
Bournemouth is a fantastic place to live and study. Bournemouth is a beach resort and a university
city of approximately 165,000 inhabitants. Bournemouth offers students from the UK and all over
the world a safe and vibrant place to study. The UK is famous for welcoming people from all over
the world, and students from all religions and cultures are made to feel welcome.
Bournemouth is a famous holiday destination, with the beautiful beach and countryside attracting
millions of visitors each year. Bournemouth also hosts and offers events all year round. In spring
Bournemouth hosts the Wheels Festival full of attractions and shows in the town centre and
along the beach. Bournemouth also hosts the Food and Drink Festival where you can enjoy dishes
from different countries. In autumn art lovers can enjoy The Arts by the Sea festival where arts
performances, music, dance and films take place all over Bournemouth. Finally, in winter you can
enjoy the Bournemouth Christmas market and festival in the town square.
Visit www.bournemouth.co.uk for more information on events and festivals.
Bournemouth is also home to famous people such as the writer of Frankenstein, Mary Shelley,
who is buried in St Peter’s Church. The Russell Cotes Art Gallery and Museum is a fascinating place
which benefits from stunning views of the sea, and where you can admire paintings, sculptures and
objects collected by Sir Merton Russell Cotes and his wife during their trips all around the world.
You can also visit the Oceanarium, located on the beach front, which shows a wide variety of
undersea creatures, or have a good time in the indoor climbing activity centre located on the
pier. For an incredible sensory experience, discover the award-winning parks and gardens running
through the heart of Bournemouth.
Bournemouth has lots to offer and we are sure you will enjoy your stay at the Bright School of English!
Student Price List 2021
General English 15 (15 hours)
(Elementary, Pre-Intermediate, Intermediate, Upper Intermediate, Advanced
levels available)
£150 per week
£145 per week
17 weeks + £140 per week
General English 20 (20 hours)
(Elementary, Pre-Intermediate, Intermediate, Upper Intermediate, Advanced levels
available)
1 - 8 weeks £180 per week
9 - 16 weeks £175 per week
17 weeks + £170 per week
General English + FCE, CAE, CPE Preparation*
1 - 8 weeks £190 per week
9 - 16 weeks £185 per week
17 weeks + £180 per week
*15 Hours General English + 5 Hours Cambridge Preparation – 20 Hours per week
total
*The Bright School will book exams for students and liaise with the local Cambridge
examination centre (Exam Price - £170). Please see our website for more
information http://www.brightenglishschool.com/courses
All course prices subject to £50 school administration fee
and £30 course material fee
General English + IELTS* 2021
1 - 8 weeks £190 per week
9 - 16 weeks £185 per week
17 weeks + £180 per week
*15 Hours General English + 5 Hours IELTS Preparation – 20 Hours per week total - Exam Price £155. Please see
our website for more information http://www.brightenglishschool.com/courses
General English + Career English*
1 - 8 weeks £190 per week
9 - 16 weeks £185 per week
17 weeks + £180 per week
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*15 Hours General English + 5 Hours Career English Preparation – 20 Hours per week total
General English + Business English*
1 - 8 weeks £190 per week
9 - 16 weeks £185 per week
17 weeks + £180 per week
*15 Hours General English + 5 Hours Business English Preparation – 20 Hours per week total
Military / Police English
Weekly Price From £250 Per week
Aviation English
Weekly Price From £250 Per week
Individual Lessons
Hourly Price £40
Accommodation Costs 2021
All Homestay families are pre-approved and inspected.
Homestay Single Room
Low Season - January to June \ September to January
Part Board
£160 per week
(Breakfast and Dinner)
High Season - June to End of August
Part Board
£190 per week
(Breakfast and Dinner)
Homestay Twin Room
Low Season - January to June\October to January
Part Board £150 per week
(Breakfast Dinner)
High Season - June to September
Part Board £170 per week
(Breakfast and Dinner)
Summer Residence Single Room
July / August
Residence - En suite room: £180 per week The residence is modern, has private
bathrooms, and is 5 minutes walk to the school. All students share a self catered
appartment with 5 / 6 other Bright School students, with different nationalities, so its a
great way to improve your English)
All accommodation bookings subject to £50 administration charge
CONTACT Ben Morgan - Director
EMAIL ben@brightenglishschool.com
www.brightenglishschool.com
00 44 (0) 1202 2900202021
Accommodation
The Bright School understands the importance of finding suitable accommodation for international
students. The Bright School pre-inspects every type of accommodation, so you can be assured
your chosen accommodation will be comforting and welcome. We can offer different types of
accommodation to suit your needs. Typically accommodation is arranged in advance of your visit.
Together with Student Welfare, accommodation is one of our top priorities, please email the school
before your arrival or come to the school office at any time with questions or concerns. The Bright
School can also arrange private transfers from any airport. Please contact the school office for more
information and price list.
Homestay
We can arrange a homestay. Living with selected and approved local families offers a great
opportunity to live in the local community, to be part of the family with breakfast and evening
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meals included. Selected families will be located near the school or near local bus routes. The Bright
School will offer contact details of the homestay family before you arrive, so you can contact them
in advance of your visit.
Living in a homestay is a great way to practice your English and learn more about our culture.
Homestay will usually take no more than 3 to 4 students, with individual rooms and twin rooms
available. Twin rooms have to be booked together.
We can also cater for different requirements such as dietary or any allergies, simply let the school
know in advance and we will be able to help you.
Summer Residence
The Bright School offers a self-catering summer residence. Our residence is based in the town
centre only 4 minutes walk from the school. The residence is open every July and August. Each
room is en suite, which means each room has its own bathroom. The residence also has WIFI.
Please contact the school for details about opening times and prices.
Self Catering Accommodation
We can also assist in the provision of self-catering accommodation, and this is provided on request,
and can not be guaranteed. Located throughout Bournemouth, this accommodation type will suit
higher level and more independent students. The Bright School recommends spending at least 1
week in a homestay before selecting your self catering accommodation. This accommodation is for
18 years + only.
Private Home Accommodation
This accommodation is in a private home and for adults only, more than four adult students may be
accommodated in the home. Please note there may be less direct contact with the host(s). However
if you wish to located with lots of students, this is a good option. This is only available on request,
and please contact the school for more information.
Please feel free to contact the Bright School for further information, detailed prices
and special offers. Alternatively please check our website:
www.brightenglishschool.com/prices.htmlWhere to f ind us in Bournemouth
BOURNEMOUTH TOWN CENTRE
SCHOOL OF ENGLISH
214 Old Christchurch Road, Bournemouth
Dorset BH1 1PE United Kingdom t. 00 44 (0) 1202 290020
CONTACT Ben Morgan - Director
EMAIL ben@brightenglishschool.com
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